Dejected Etherington as Thompson Celebrates: Coventry City's Second Goal vs. Bradford City (23-12-2001)

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Dejected Etherington as Thompson Celebrates: Coventry City's Second Goal vs. Bradford City (23-12-2001)

A dejected Matt Etherington of Bradford City looks on as Marc Edworthy congratulates David Thompson after he scored the second goal

Coventry City FC are a professional football club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England

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> Coventry City Football Club > Matches > Seasons 2000-2010 > Season 2001-02 > Nationwide League Division One > 23-12-2001 v Bradford City

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In this evocative photograph taken on December 23,2001, at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry City's Marc Edworthy celebrates the team's second goal against Bradford City with teammate David Thompson, as an crestfallen Matt Etherington of Bradford City looks on in disappointment. The image captures the raw emotions of a crucial moment in a Division One football match between two fierce rivals. The context of this scene is the 2001-02 season, where Coventry City, managed by Gordon Strachan, were battling against relegation. Bradford City, on the other hand, were pushing for a play-off spot under the management of Chris Kamara. The importance of this match was not lost on the players or the fans, as both teams sought to gain an edge in their respective goals. Matthew Ashton, the accomplished photographer, skillfully captured the essence of the moment. The contrasting expressions on the faces of Thompson and Etherington encapsulate the highs and lows of football. Thompson's jubilant reaction to scoring the goal is a testament to the elation that comes with success, while Etherington's dejected look symbolizes the despair that follows failure. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the intense rivalry between Coventry City and Bradford City. The two teams have a rich history, with numerous memorable encounters over the years. This particular match, with its high stakes and emotional moments, is a testament to the passion and dedication that both sets of fans bring to every game. In summary, this photograph by Matthew Ashton is a poignant reminder of the highs and lows of football, as well as the fierce rivalry between Coventry City and Bradford City during the 2001-02 Division One season. The image of Marc Edworthy celebrating with David Thompson, while Matt Etherington looks on in disappointment, is a snapshot of the raw emotions that come with the beautiful game.

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